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Franchise bus service launches with existing vehicles

Six companies have been assigned routes, but disputes over route allocation and delays in repainting buses remain unresolved

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:32 pm

100 victories, 76.33% win rate: Flick's incredible Bar

Since taking charge in 2024, the German tactician has made an extraordinary impact at Camp Nou, establishing himself as one of the most successful managers in the club's history.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:31 pm

Tahsif Souri death: Friend Disha placed on four-day remand

Investigators say footage shows the 19-year-old accompanying Tahsif to several locations in Uttara on the night of October 27

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:06 pm

Tahsif Souri murder: Friend Disha arrested, police seek seven-day remand

Investigators say CCTV footage and phone records show Jarika Tasnim Disha was with the former air force officer before his death

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:06 pm

Four reasons behind Tigers' Mirpur Test debacle

Bangladesh's defeat was not the result of one isolated failure. Questionable pitch preparation, technical deficiencies against spin, an ineffective home spin attack and inadequate preparation combined to produce a thoroughly disappointing performance.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 1:32 pm

Terrorism is 'red line': Pakistan tells Afghanistan as it warns of action against cross-border threats

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of Pakistan, on Saturday, accused the Afghan Taliban leadership of refusing to address militancy emanating from Afghan soil and instead shifting blame on Islamabad for the deterioration in bilateral ties

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 1:00 pm

Fakhar shines when it matters most as Pakistan end nine-year trophy drought

His latest century, a magnificent 127 off 99 balls, reinforced his reputation as one of Pakistan

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:58 pm

ICT-1 initiates contempt proceedings against AB Party leader Fuaad

Tribunal asks him to appear on November 4 and explain

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:57 pm

Protesting workers walk out of factories, block road in Ashulia

Industrial police say all factories in Narsinghpur closed

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 12:53 pm

President Trump says U.S. still has one or two targets in Iran

The President said the United States is not in a hurry to take offensive action because it had already decimated Irans military and nuclear programme

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 12:10 pm

Nine games without a win, Carrick expects to stay at Man Utd

Michael Carrick said he expects to remain in charge of Manchester United for Tuesday's Champions League visit of Roma despite a 2-0 defeat at Chelsea that stretched the club's winless run to nine matches.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 10:17 am

Gazipur garment workers return to work after protests

Production resumed and traffic returned to normal

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 9:52 am

Bolivia declares state of emergency over El Nino

The decree also calls for deploying more rescue teams in hard-hit areas as Bolivia grapples with both flooding and drought because of El Nino, Paz said in an address to the nation.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 9:22 am

Gold-studded boots, but far from a golden display for Ballon d

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane criticised his own performance in Saturday's 2-2 home draw with Borussia Dortmund, just days after the incredible high of winning the Ballon d'Or.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:44 am

Youth stabbed to death in Khulna

A 35-year-old man was found dead with stab injuries in Khulna city last night

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:41 am

Clashes break out as hundreds of thousands protest in France; officer hit by Molotov cocktail

Clashes erupted in Paris and other French cities on Saturday after hundreds of thousands of people staged a third weekend of protests at soaring living costs

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:30 am

Iran warns US, Israel against new attacks after Trump, Netanyahu threats

President Donald Trump suggested he could launch fresh military action after the United States holds its midterm elections early next week

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:16 am

Kaka reduced to tears after being inducted into AC Milan Hall of Fame

Brazilian football great Kaka was reduced to tears as AC Milan inducted him into the club

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 8:05 am

When approach and ambitions fail to align

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 7:30 am

AC Milan earn 3-1 derby win over Inter

AC Milan's Diego Moreira claimed one goal and two assists as his side took local bragging rights and three precious points with a 3-1 victory over Inter Milan in their Serie A clash on Saturday, while AS Roma enjoyed a 5-2 victory at Udinese.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:57 am

Raphinha, Yamal shine as Barca hammer Alaves to retain LaLiga top spot

Raphinha and Lamine Yamal struck twice each as Barcelona thrashed Alaves 6-1 on Saturday to reclaim their LaLiga lead and get back on track after two damaging defeats.

The Daily Star 1 Nov 2026 3:51 am

London police arrest 139 people outside U.S. Embassy for supporting banned pro-Palestinian group

Many of those protesting were retirees and were holding signs reading: I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 2:11 am

Rickshaw puller injured as ex-addl IGP

Police seize vehicle in Paltan but make no arrest

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 11:23 pm

Franchise bus service to launch Sunday despite operators

816 buses planned for six routes; DTCA says some companies may not join initially

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 10:47 pm

China state TV does not air first La Liga games since Mbappe furore

Chinese state television did not air on Saturday the first LaLiga games since Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe caused anger with a joke about the country's former leader Mao Zedong.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 10:30 pm

Quad delivering results for people in Indo-Pacific: Rubio

The group reviewed progress in turning shared priorities into real benefits for the Indo-Pacific region

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

UN ends its Somalia political mission after three decades

UNSOM was established by the UN Security Council in 2013 to support Somali authorities in the transition to democracy and the rule of law after more than two decades of conflict involving militias, Islamist groups and criminal gangs

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 10:17 pm

'We have taken to the streets to press the people

Shafiqur speaks at street rally in Gopalganj during 11-party alliance

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 9:57 pm

Navy rule the pool as 20 records fall at swimming nationals

Bangladesh Army finished second with 16 gold, 22 silver and 26 bronze medals, while BKSP came third with two silver and six bronze. Nikli Swimming Club of Kishoreganj followed with two bronze, while Bangladesh Police secured one bronze.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 9:46 pm

South Africa beat Australia by 176 runs in third Test to win series

South Africa beat Australia by 176 runs and clinched a series victory when Australia were bowled out for 111 on the fifth day of the third Test at Newlands on Saturday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 7:09 pm

Mominul out of Sylhet Test due to concussion protocol

Mominul was replaced on October 30, meaning the seven-day period will not have elapsed when the Sylhet Test begins on November 5.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 7:04 pm

28 prominent citizens condemn obstruction of Manik Posari

Demand fair investigation and legal action over alleged obstruction by local Jamaat leaders and activists in Pirojpur

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:24 pm

France heads into third weekend of protests as youth-led rallies sweep Europe

Interior Minister Laurent Nuez warned of a very high risk of disorder, especially after dark on Halloween

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 6:08 pm

DSE brokers seek tax exemption on capital gains until 2030

The association submitted a proposal to Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, Prime Minister's Special Assistant for Investment and Capital Market Tanvir Shariar Gani, Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Masud Khan and National Board of Revenue Chairman Ahsan Habib last wee

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:07 pm

BARVIDA Car Expo in Dhaka from Nov 5-7

The association seeks policy changes to revive reconditioned vehicle market

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 5:48 pm

One dies of dengue, 1,633 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 419 as total cases reach 1,35,000

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 5:23 pm

Minister calls Indonesian youth to help shaping AI

Antara News 31 Oct 2026 10:56 am

Nations commit to get nature goals back on track

Delegates cheered as the crucial texts were approved in overtime but the celebrations were tempered by acrimonious debates and limited progress on some of the toughest issues.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 9:26 am

10 Bangladeshi women return after serving three years in Indian jail

Ten Bangladeshi women returned home through the Benapole international checkpost last night after serving three years in an Indian jail

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 9:08 am

Argentina would have won 2026 World Cup final if it went to penalties: Martinez

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez believes the Albiceleste would have beaten Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final had the contest gone to a penalty shootout, insisting he was confident of coming out on top from the spot.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:45 am

HSC results today: How to check online, via SMS

More than 12.7 lakh candidates registered for this year

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:33 am

Pakistan hope to have saved their best for tri-series final

Pakistan are aiming to win a tri-series on home soil for the first time but face a stiff challenge from party poopers Sri Lanka in the final in Lahore on Saturday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:15 am

Fears of violence as France braces for Halloween protests

More than 40 metro stations will be closed in the capital and tram services will also be disrupted

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:12 am

Trump backtracks on rallies in turbulent end to midterms campaign

Trump reversed course and reinstated two rallies in Kansas and Iowa a day after canceling them, a move which had raised questions about his health and about the state of the race

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 8:08 am

Flavio Bolsonaro says he left Brazil because he is the victim of 'persecution'

The persecution began even sooner than I imagined, Mr. Bolsonaro said during an Instagram livestream in which he discussed his decision to flee after his Brazilian passports were cancelled as part of a money laundering investigation

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 8:04 am

Just a 28-point gap: Kane edged Mbappe in tightest Ballon d'Or vote

Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or by the smallest margin under its current voting system when he edged Kylian Mbappe by 28 points, France Football which runs the awards, revealed on Friday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 7:39 am

The Indian chef who brought curry to America - then vanished

Indian chef Ranji Smile opened Americas first Indian restaurant in 1901 - then became a fake prince.

BBC 31 Oct 2026 7:32 am

U.S. scraps G20 photo after Europeans object to being pictured with Russia's Lavrov

The cancellation has added to concerns about the poor prospects for the G20 diplomats to reach consensus on many of the most contentious issues they face

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 7:09 am

What are U.S. midterm elections?

The U.S. midterm elections on November 3 determine control of Congress, with all 435 House seats, about one-third of the 100 Senate seats, and numerous state governorships up for grabs, in a nationwide vote that weakens or strengthens the Presidents agenda depending on which party prevails.

The Hindu 31 Oct 2026 7:09 am

Belief all that

Instead of stamping their authority on the game, Bangladesh's batters were left in despair at the end of Day 3 of the first Test against West Indies at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium yesterday.

The Daily Star 31 Oct 2026 6:30 am

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Antara News 31 Oct 2026 6:26 am